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LOWELL — On average, over a thousand syringes have been picked up from city streets and parks each month since the syringe collection program started earlier this year. That’s according to the latest numbers presented to the City Council on Tuesday by Andres Gonzalez, the syringe collection program coordinator who…
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While some might just dismiss it as just another unsightly piece of litter, its health risks far exceed any visual concerns over mounting urban blight. A byproduct of this country’s substance- abuse epidemic, they’re ticking time bombs lying in wait for some child, unsuspecting adult or addict in need of…
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BETHESDA, Md. — Lying inside a scanner, the patient watched as pictures appeared one by one: A bicycle. A cupcake. Heroin. Outside, researchers tracked her brain’s reactions to the surprise sight of the drug she’d fought to kick. Government scientists are starting to peek into the brains of people caught…
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Join Heroin Is Killing My Town, Inc. at the Merrimack Valley Overdose Awareness Day event on Saturday, August 31, 2019 at the Sampas Pavilion in Lowell from 6:00PM-9:30PM to honor and remember those who have been lost to addiction, raise awareness and provide hope to those currently struggling, and acknowledge…
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TEWKSBURY — When it comes to responding to substance abuse and mental health calls, the Tewksbury Police Department has emerged as a leader. The department has placed an emphasis on helping individuals stay out of jail and the emergency room by providing preemptive outreach, crisis response and follow-up. The department’s…
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LOWELL — Sometimes, simply getting to drug treatment can be the biggest barrier. Thanks to a $2,000 grant provided by the Greater Lowell Community Foundation, Lowell Community Health Center is now able to remove that obstacle for those in need. Read more…
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NEW YORK – Center on Addiction, a national nonprofit committed to transforming how the nation addresses addiction, released a report today that provides insights into teens’ attitudes about drugs, alcohol and nicotine. The national survey of adolescents aged 12-17 found that drugs, alcohol and nicotine are highly prevalent and accessible…
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LOWELL —Andres Gonzalez scanned the ground. He wore plastic coated work gloves and probed the bushes with a claw tool, commonly used to pick up trash. Behind an air conditioning unit, he found what he was looking for: a used syringe. “That’s 10, right?” he said. He picked it up…
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